1972 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1972 Vauxhall Firenza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1972 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Hyundai |
| Model | Firenza | Atos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
